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2016 Business Directory!

New Exec. Director of VCUM

Lynn Robinson has a new vocation and an elevenmile daily commute into the mountains of Santa Cruz to Ben Lomond. The UCSC graduate, co-founder of Santa Cruz Neighbors, City of Santa Cruz Councilwoman from 2006 to 2014, former Chairman of the

Santa Cruz Metro Board, former member of the Regional Transportation Commission, AMBAG and Monterey Bay Sanctuary Advisory Council — among others — is now the Executive Director of Valley Churches United Missions. ... continued on page 4

State Slashing Transportation Funding The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (SCCRTC) has learned that the state will be rescinding $754 million previously approved for transportation projects statewide.

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Community News

Integrating Body & Mind Power to Destroy is now the Power to Heal

By Noel Smith

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ithan Pat’s life seemed as if it was going to be a short one. He was born in Cambodia in 1967, a relatively peaceful country during a violent time in that part of the world. The Viet Nam war suddenly becoming vital to the Viet Cong supply lines for troops and equipment moving to the south. The chaos of war spilled over into Cambodia with the King being deposed and forced to leave the county when the Khmer Rouge reached the capitol of Phnom Penh and took power in 1975.

Led by Pol Pot, the new regime modeled itself on Maoist China during the Great Leap Forward evacuating the cities and sending the entire population on forced marches to rural work projects.

An estimate as to how many people were

killed by the Khmer Rouge regime is two million (about a quarter of the population).

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border into neighboring Thailand.

Pat was 8 years old when he found himself a prisoner in a children’s forced labor camp. For four years he somehow survived the brutality and the hardships while many of those around him did not.

They were starved, ridden with diseases and parasites, and worked to death. During that time, he lost his mother, brother, and his grandfather who Pat described as each other until many years later.

Ironically, Pat’s attempt to escape the hell of the labor camp probably saved

his life. He and two other boys ran away. for food when the soldiers caught up to them. Two of the boys ran and were shot and killed while Pat stayed continuing to diers who brought him back to the camp befriended him. While having to treat Pat cruelly when around the other guards, they were able to surreptitiously remain friends, which enabled Pat to survive. together but went their own ways with Pat going to Thailand where hundreds of thousands of Cambodians were in refugee camps. There in Thailand, because of his terrible physical condition, he was cared for by Doctors Without Boarders and began to learn English. A couple from Belgium he befriended adopted him. He arrived with his new family at the age of 12 in Belgium on January 13, 1980. shamanism, I realized its power and its Having regained his health and now powered by the anger he felt about all the terrible things he had survived, Pat became a student of the martial arts. He also had a warrior ancestry. His Chinese great-grandfather had been a general in the Cambodian King’s army and Pat had begun to learn martial arts from his father and grandfather before their world fell apart.

In Belgium, a country that takes the martial arts seriously, Pat became a national champion in his teens. At the age of 21, he went to live in Japan for two years. There Pat studied kyokushinkai karate, a fullcontact karate training considered by some to be the most violent of the martial arts. at kung fu Thai boxing, and several other

and physical violence, his anger was abating. Pat began to realize that the same

tai chi as elderly people in a park doing includes running, cardio exercises and stretching.

Today Pat’s power to hurt and destroy has become the power to heal and renew.

No longer is it the power of anger that drives him, but as a sensei (teacher, master, elder) it is the power of love for his fellow man expressed as a need to help others to heal.

Howard Sherer (62) was diagnosed

Americans, and is the most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s. limbs and trunk, and impaired balance and coordination. Howard began working with Pat two years ago, both privately and in class four times a week.

human body and mind could also be used

Then in 2004 Pat traveled to China. studying it in China for almost two years, including six months in Mongolia studying 2 / March 2015 / Scotts Valley Times

ibility, wider range of motion, straighter posture, easier movement and walking “Sithan Pat” page 8

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Cover New Exec. Director of VCUM by Noel Smith

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Community News Integrating Body & Mind by Noel Smith 16th Annual TPG Poetry Contest Winners

Valley / Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs March 2016 8 National Agriculture Day Poster and Poetry Contests 9 State Slashing Transportation Funding 15

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Valley Sports Valley High School Scoreboard

Kids Camps 10 How to Choose a Camp

3COTTS 6ALLEY #HAMBER .EWS s Pages 11-14 11 Calendar of Upcoming Events 12 Jeremy Geels: Edward Jones Investments 13 Cherie La France–Anderson New Chamber Ambassador 14 Wilderness Skills Institute Accepting Applications for 2016 Summer Renewing Chamber Members Valley Club News 17 Kiwanis of the Valleys – Exchange Club of Scotts Valley –Scotts Valley Host Lions Club – Valley Women’s Club – Rotary Club of San Lorenzo Valley – Scotts Valley Rotary – Submitted by Jim Melehan

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Featured Columnists 16 Work in Progress by Camille Smith – What Washington Politics can teach 18 The Book Bag by Robert Frances – Suspense and Adventure With International Flair...

19 Ask Nicole By Nicole M. Young – Parenting in a Digital World 22 2016 Fifth District Preview by Bruce McPherson 23 EarthTalk – 3D Printing and Safety 3##!3 &EATURED 0ET s Page n

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our dedicated veteran volunteers, we are seeing a new generation serving as volunteers and board members. VCUM is always ready to help in a sudden emergency such as storm, or fire, or earthquake, but we are also here every day to help those who are going through

knew it was the perfect fit for me. Even though I’ve been in public service for a number of years, this was the first time I’ve worked in a non-profit. And I want you to know that Valley Churches United helps the needy with no gov-

VCUM Board President, Dene Bustichi, pointed out that in a mountain community it’s easy to become separated or isolated in times of difficulty eagerness to get to know the volunteers and staff, her enthusiasm and new ideas, her management of day-to-day activities and involvement with the local community are just a few of the reasons we are so pleased she has accepted the Robinson’s, wide-ranging connections with civic leaders throughout the Central Coast and in local government gives her a multifaceted perspective on the resources available to help those in need in the San Lorenzo Valley and our outreach and our resources to serve

Times Publishing Group, Inc. 9601 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003

the community through VCUM since

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agencies, both non-profit and governmental, in our county that provide basic needs such as food, clothing, transportation and temporary housing in an

to provide the resources that make a difference for those in need. Lynn is a can-do dynamic person who will make sure that VCUM will continue to meet

Lynn Robinson nizations such as Second Harvest Food Bank working with VCUM provide a tremendous resource for those who would Robinson talked about the legacy of VCUM founder Annette Marcum and the many volunteers that have served

Valley Churches United Missions is a 501(c)(3) non-profit with no government funding that is dependent on donations from the local community to provide supplemental food distribution, crisis rent/ mortgage assistance, utility needs, educational supplies, disaster relief to those in need.

VCUM has served residents in the San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley and Bonny Doon since 1982. For more information, please visit www.vcum.org.

Cover Photo: Lynn Robinson (right) with Dene Bustich.

Community News

16th Annual TPG Poetry Contest Winners T They danced till the bus had to go But the GI knew, when he left all aglow

he Times Publishing Group Valentines Day Poetry Contest for 2016 has provides an opportunity for us to reward four poets in our county for their way with

from: celebrating 67 years of marriage, retrospectives on marriages that have survived the test of time, and the joys of love lost and rediscovered.

We want to thank these local businesses for providing our winners the following fabulous prizes. For the Scotts Valley Times – Dinner for two at the Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hilton Hotel, Stonehouse Bar &Grill. For our TPG

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Day inside a valentine asking her if I could have another dance. We’ve been dancing for 67 years now.

2016 Poetry Contest Winner Over 30 Years of Marriage

Diane Deaver

for two at Seascape Resort, Sanderlings. For the Capitola Soquel Times – Dinner for two at the Café Cruz. For the

Aptos An Enduring Romance

And the Winners are…

Robert Cotterman of Scotts Valley for the Scotts Stonehouse, Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hilton Hotel.

Diane Deaver Sanderlings, Seascape Resort in Aptos.

Lindsay Bell of Soquel for the Capitola Soquel Times.

Thirty years of marriage, years of joyful wedded bliss, Thirty years of happiness I’m glad we didn’t miss.

And there’s always something missing, whenever we’re apart.

We’re growing old together, love grows stronger every day, We’ve formed a bonded team, both in work and in our play.

With respect and admiration, we’ll be together ‘til the end,

Soquel.

Kevin Knight of Aptos for the Aptos Times. Kevin’s Inn, Aptos.

2016 Poetry Contest Winner Scotts Valley Times

Robert Cotterman Scotts Valley

To My Marie Forever And a Day A lonely GI was he, not a friend in sight did he see With no pass and in a new place, here he is, stuck on the base A movie to see, a beer or two, hit the sac, not much to do

To have you beside me in the darkest of night.

Thirty years we’ve been together, we love sharing such a life, And I’ll always be so grateful you asked me to be your wife.

So will you be my Valentine, I love you, this you know, If you’ll be mine another year, you’ll set my heart aglow.

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his poem was written for my wonderful husband, Doug Deaver 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Capitola Soquel Times

Lindsay Bell Soquel

Written to my Forever Valentine, Michelle Ann Bell My oh my, what a good break, so a bus ride he did take, A little shy was he, what to say, hi or hello?

Needless to say, things were going just a little slow Then a Broom dance picked up the pace A lady passes the broom and a man she takes His heart skip a beat or two, maybe even three

Compromise and respect are what made it endure, True love and God’s blessings made it happen for sure.

I never thought that you would be mine.

That bus ride from the game was meant to be, The start of a full life for you and me.

I sat next to you that night by chance, The girl I was chasing wouldn’t give me a glance.

The poor GI was smitten and there was no cure Caught my eye and attention and held them real tight.

My marching band uniform was an obvious sign,

After the courtship, university, and degree, I knelt and asked you to please marry me.

Three children later and Burbank behind,

Looking back to observe and understand our life, Doesn’t mean we haven’t had our share of strife.

That I’ll love you forever on this Valentine Day. 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Aptos Times

Kevin Knight Aptos

To my wife Athena Knight Left alone, wallowing in pain A man and three kids, going almost insane Tragedy had beset and forever lingered beneath the surface For what or when or how to continue The future, for me, what was its purpose?

Questions that had to wait For more important issues were standing at the gate And the road ahead, long and winding, seemingly endless, empty, and poorly lit Responsibilities and promises, needed to be priority, and I couldn’t quit With my head down and moving forward in direction I seldom thought of life with any type of happiness or perfection From here, as the Devine always does Threw us a miracle, out of nowhere, just because Athena, Athena the name rings in my heart And the goddess herself couldn’t tear us apart Down from the heavens to give us comfort relief I felt a silence from my existing grief Positive attitude, high energy and compassion are the arrows in her quiver

A lifetime of happiness is how I’ll repay Long way to go so I’m keeping it short Six kids and two dogs that keep us in port But the future is bright and who knows what’s in store Athena – Athena again I love you, and I promise, life won’t be a bore.

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Community News

Special Speakers Highlight CASA’s Annual Luncheon

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ASA of Santa Cruz County celebrated its 12th annual For the Love of Children luncheon on February 10 at Severino’s in Aptos, hosted by the Friends of CASA, a volunteer auxiliary that supan 18-year-old former foster youth, was the highlighted speaker at the luncheon. She from her family, and how important it was for her to have a CASA Advocate to help her

Denine Guy, Paul Marigonda, Heather Morse and Stephen Siegel. Judge Connelly, the current dependency court judge, in that a CASA [Advocate] plays throughout a dependency court case is profound. They they give the court insight on that child Funds raised at the luncheon support the CASA Children’s Fund, created to provide children with special items to enrich or just add normalcy to a foster child’s life – from class pictures, to a prom dress, to tutoring.

being an Advocate, and the connection she The 140 guests in attendance included six Santa Cruz County Superior Court judges: Rebecca Connelly, John Gallagher,

For more information on how to support children and youth in foster care, please call (831) 761-2956, ext. 106, or visit CASA’s web site at www.casaofsantacruz.org.

Donna Prochazka, sponsor and Yareli Garcia, speaker.

San Lorenzo Valley – Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs March 2016

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uesdays, noon. Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, across from

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uesdays through Saturdays (also 4th Mondays). Valley Churches United,

Food Pantry and Food Distribution programs. Tues-Thurs 9-11:45 and Saturday 10-11:45. 1st and 3rd Fridays 9-11 are for seniors only. USDA Distribution on 4th Monday 10-1. For SLV, Scotts Valley, and Bonny Doon residents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258.

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ednesdays, 12-2, San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Dr.

3633. Food Distribution.

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hursdays 10:00-2:30 (doors open 9:003:00). St. John’s Catholic Church, down from Rite-Aid, Highway 9 and Russell,

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hursdays, 11-12. Mountain Community Resources (a Community Bridges program), 6134 Highway 9, across from Rite Aid, Felton. 335-6600. Food Distribution.

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hursdays, 5:00-6:30, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. 438-4360. Food Distribution.

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ridays, 5-5:30 p.m.. GateWay Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road,

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unday, March 27, 2:00. SS Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 9980 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, north of town, 336-2228. Dinner.

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eals on Wheels (a Community Bridges program), hot meals at dining centers in Ben Lomond (M-F, 3365366) and Scotts Valley (Wednesdays, 438-8666). Reservation required, $2.50 requested donation, for age 60+ (limited exceptions). Meals delivered (if eligible).

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rey Bears Brown Bag Program, weekly bag of produce to be picked up in Ben Lomond, Felton, or Scotts Valley. Delivery available for homebound seniors. $30 annual membership fee, for age 55+. www. greybears.org (479-1055).

Except as noted, all programs are free of charge -- Schedules are subject to change.

Submit Changes/Additions to slvsvmeals@gmail.com

Local Sports

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Sparkle and dazzle her with color

Valley High Schools Scoreboard Basketball Scotts Valley Boys Season Record: (9-15, SCCAL 4-8) Coach: Charles Burks

Beautiful, sparkling diamonds

SCCAL Post Season Tournament Aptos 42 – Scotts Valley 39 (Feb 16, PST)

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(Feb 13, H) (Feb 11, H*) (Feb 9 H*) (Feb 3, H*) (Feb 1, A*) (Jan 29, H*) San Lorenzo Valley Boys Season Record: (19-6, SCCAL 9-3) Coach: Marcus Northcutt SCCAL Post Season Tournament (Feb 18, PST) (Feb 9, H*) (Feb 5, A*) (Feb 3, H*) (Feb 1, A*) (Jan 29, A*) Scotts Valley Girls Season Record: (22-4, SCCAL 12-0) Coach: Rick Silver

SCCAL Post Season Tournament Champions! ~~~ SCCAL League Champions!

SCCAL Post Season Tournament (Feb 20, PST) (Feb 17, PST)

(Feb 13, H) Scotts Valley 69 – Santa Cruz 24 (Feb 11, H*) (Feb 9, H*) (Feb 3, H*) (Feb 1, A*) (Jan 29, A*) San Lorenzo Valley Girls Season Record: (7-15, SCCAL 3-9) Coach: Andrea Trader SCCAL Post Season Tournament (Feb 16, PST) (Feb 9, Hm*) Soquel 60 – SLV 36 (Feb 5, Away*) (Feb 3, Hm*) (Feb 1, Away*) SLV 32 – Santa Cruz 26 (Jan 29, Away*)

Scotts Valley Boys Season Record: (13-2-3, SCCAL 8-1-3) Coach: Brian Terwilleger Scoring Leaders: Noah Bird 14 goals, Eric Beraut 10, Lucas Abroms 8, Brendan Magee 5, Alex Stock 4, Cole North 3 Scotts Valley 1 – Soquel 1 (Feb 19, H*) Scotts Valley 3 – Aptos 0 (Feb 17, A*) (Feb 12, H*) Scotts Valley 2 – St. Francis 0 (Feb 8, A*) (Feb 5, A*) Scotts Valley 3 – St. Francis 2 (Feb 3, H*) Scotts Valley 1 – Santa Cruz 0 (Jan 29, A*)

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San Lorenzo Valley Boys Season Record: (3-12-1, SCCAL 1-10-1) Coach: Memo Cardenas Scoring Leaders: Mitchell Kamau 4 2, Louis Jolivalt 2, Andre Collen 1, Jon Bowman 1 SLV 1 – Santa Cruz 1 (Feb 19, H*) (Feb 17, A*) Aptos 3 – SLV 0 (Feb 11, H*) (Feb 10, DP*) (Feb 5, H*) St. Francis 1 – SLV 0 (Jan 29, A*) Scotts Valley Girls Season Record: (9-6-4, SCCAL 8-3-1) Coach: Art Munoz Scoring Leaders: Anna Payne 6 goals, 3, Desiree Rakela 2, Serena Garcia 2 Scotts Valley 1 – Soquel 0 (Feb 18, H*) Aptos 1 – Scotts Valley 0 (Feb 16, A*) (Feb 11, H*) Scotts Valley 2 – SLV 0 (Feb 4, A*) Scotts Valley 6 – St. Francis 1 (Feb 2, H*) San Lorenzo Valley Girls Season Record: (5-15-0, SCCAL 1-11-0) Scoring Leaders: Jenna Francis 13 goals, Kaja Johnson 4, Annie Stivala 3, Rebecca Vernazza 3, Lauren Thompson 2, Sophia Magliato 2, Blaze Brumbaugh 1 Soquel 3 – SLV 0 (Feb 16, A*) (Feb 11, H*) Santa Cruz 6 – SLV 1 (Feb 10, H*) (Feb 9, A*) Scotts Valley 2 – SLV 0 (Feb 4, H*) Palo Alto 9 – SLV 0 (Feb 2, A) (* = League Game) (DP = Depot Park, Santa Cruz) Scotts Valley Times / March 2015/ 7

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Community News

National Agriculture Day Poster and Poetry Contests

Entries Being Accepted In Honor of Spring

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www.hawkjewelryappraisals.com P o e t r y Contest – Grades 7 – 12 The theme for both contests

The poster contest is open to grades K – 6 with the top entries in each grade level winner will receive a $200 award and will be a guest at the National Agriculture Day Spring Luncheon. The winning entry to be published on 15,000 placemats and distributed to restaurants countywide!

The poetry contest is open to grades 7 – 12. The top entries in grades 7 – 9 and

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start again. Now I’m now able to walk in This is Pat’s gift and his mission; substituting peace and healing for vio-

and mind so that they are in harmony. Pat believes that to overcome sickness, disease, depression, low self esteem, arrogance, bad requires the alignment of empowerment, healing and strength through the power of balance and integration.

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judging. The overall winner will receive a $200 award and will be a guest at the National Agriculture Day Spring Luncheon.

Entries must be postmarked or delivered to 141 Monte Vista Ave., Watsonville by We d n e s d a y, February 24.

National Agriculture Day Spring Luncheon HeritageHall, Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Wednesday, March 16 - 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. rules, please contact the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau at (831) 724-1356, AgriCulture at (831) 722-6622 or email sccfb@ sbcglobal.net or available on website:

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Community News

State Slashing Transportation Funding

SCCRTC Urges Legislature to Address Funding Shortfall Immediately Casserly Road, and Freedom Boulevard through Aptos.

SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (SCCRTC) has learned that the state will be rescinding $754 million previously approved for transportation projects statewide. The RTC board is urging the California Legislature and Governor Brown to immediately address the funding shortfall and asking the California Transportation Commission (CTC) to minimize impacts on projects in Santa Cruz County.

The RTC is responsible for delivering a full cient transportation choices for Santa Cruz County.

Because of a recently lowered forecast of state revenues, no State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funding is available for new projects over the next Commission (CTC) will instead slash $754 million previously approved for critical transportation improvements. CTC Chair that almost every county in California that relies on this source of funding for projects

transportation system will be nothing short Due to the continuing reduction in oil prices, gas and diesel tax revenues available to maintain local roads to support public transportation, and to build new infrastructure projects have plummeted.

Bicycle, pedestrian, highway, and local roadway preservation projects previously approved for State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funds by the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (SCCRTC) are at risk.

to improve safety for students traveling to Mar Vista Elementary School and Cabrillo College.

Due the drop in the price of gasoline, the California Board of Equalization decreased the State gasoline tax from 18 cents per gallon to 12 cents on July 1, 2015 and is expected to reduce the tax further to 10 cents in 2016. This, plus the state’s decision to divert transportation revdebt, is causing the massive revenue shortfall of $754 million. RTC Commissioner and Santa Cruz County Supervisor The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) currently includes $25 million for important projects in the County that have been in development for many years.

The decrease in gas tax revenues, compounded with the state’s decision to divert transportation revenues to repay General fuel economy have left transportation agencies at all levels facing painful choices.

RTC Executive Director George Dondero

Projects at risk of losing funds in Santa Cruz County include: a new bicycle/pedestrian bridge between 41st Avenue and Soquel Ave and bicycle and pedestrian access through the one of the most heavily

traveled sections of roadway in Santa Cruz County. ments – This intersection provides critical access to job centers, UCSC, tourist destinations, and homes.

Scenic Trail Network (MBSST). City of Santa Cruz and Watsonville sections of this very popular trail. improvements. Students traveling to Pajaro Valley High School are currently walking in the roadway because the existing overcrossing is

points out the need for our own funding for transportation projects in Santa Cruz County. The State is an unreliable source In recognition that state revenues are highly unreliable and will not generate portation needs in Santa Cruz County, the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is working diligently with the community to place a local measure on the November 2016 ballot to raise funds in order to address our transportation needs.

Eighty-four percent of Californian’s live in

is working diligently with Caltrans to improve bicycle and pedestrian access over the highway.

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is responsible for delivering a full range of safe, convenient,

safety projects — including essential system preservation projects on Airport Boulevard in Watsonville,

for the community. With a focus on long-term sustainability, the RTC plans, funds, and implements transportation projects and services.

Scotts Valley Times / March 2015/ 9

Kids Camps

How to Choose a Camp C amp is not just recreation and fun.

It is more than teaching skills, such as archery or swimming. It is about understanding the beauty of discovery that can lead to emotional growth and maturation. It is the expansion of one’s world, a sharpening of one’s vision that invites the acquisition of lifelong lessons.

Camp professionals are not just teachers or counselors; they are coaches shape, love, and protect. And it is true, both young and old do learn lessons from the camp experience. However, those lessons come after experiences that are real, relevant, and personal.

The way in which parents select a camp should be based on intrinsic values rather than external facilities that a camp former owner of Camp Chickagami, who at ninety-seven still serves as a strong, vital supporter of the American Camping development of a child as a person that

important skills we contribute are listening

It’s every parent’s question when they leave their children in the hands of strangers.

Who will take the time to appreciate basic child development, as well as the unique qualities of their personalities? Who will ensure that my children have fun and, at the same time, learn important life lessons?

Who will help my children understand how they can work as a team, contributing and succeeding? Who will help my children understand the importance of a community and the responsibilities that

lie within? Who will keep my children safe and guard their tender feelings while they are acting invincible? Who will care when I’m not there?

The answer to these questions is the the opportunity to explore, discover, and They are willing to laugh, talk and cry with children, creating an understanding of social bonding. These are the people who are willing to care when I am not there.

The camp experience is a win-win for everyone. Parents win because their children grow and learn. Children win because they have fun and collect lifelong friends and memories. Society wins because the camp experience helps make healthy, productive adults. Camp professionals win because they have made a

There is a Camp For Everyone oday, there are camps to meet every interest, price range, and schedule.

Knowing your options, as well as your child’s personality, will help you identify programs from which your child will

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Resident Camp of programs for children starting at age seven. Resident camp options include coed, single sex and specialty camps that focus on a particular program. Resident camps

such as cabins, tents, and tepees.

Day Camp: Similar to resident camps except campers are somewhat younger, starting at four-year-olds, and everyone returns home at the end of the day.

Specialty Camps and Programs: Campers can embark on adventures as varied as learning how to ride a horse, water ski, or dance. If your child has a special interest, there likely is a camp that specializes in it.

Special Needs Campers: A physical, medical, or mental disability is not a roadblock for a camp experience. Each year more than a million special needs camps specialize in serving certain groups while other camps integrate special-needs campers into the total camp population.

Session Lengths Vary: Children may stay at camp for a few days, a few weeks or the entire summer. At camp, there’s a session length for every child, budget, and schedule.

Cost option for most everyone. A large range of price options is available, depending upon and the camper’s needs. Many camps and tance based on need.

Packing Tips For Resident Camps Bedding: Select easily laundered bedding that is appropriate for the climate at your camp. Articles to include are sleeping bags, sheets and pillowcases, blankets, and pillows.

Towels and Toiletries: Towels should not be the family’s best, since they’ll be used for swimming and other waterfront activities as well as for showers. A small bag or plastic bucket will help campers carry and keep track of essentials such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, comb, and brush. At some camps, campers walk to separate facilities to shower.

Clothes and Laundry: The frequency clothing to pack. Generally, sessions less than two weeks in length do not include laundry services. Always send along an extra pillowcase or laundry bag for dirty clothing.

Most camps supply lists of recommended clothing and some include required uniforms. In general, camp gear should be comfortable and durable

Long pants for leg protection on hikes and

poncho Equipment: Flashlight with extra

Pre-addressed, pre-stamped postcards or envelopes Medication: Send medication in original bottles, along with dosage instructions, to the camp nurse or health care list all medications.

Electronics: Find out if any electronics are allowed at camp such as Cellphones, iPads, iPods, or Laptops.

Don’t Pack jewelry Clearly mark your child’s name on everything sent to camp with permanent marker or nametapes.

Use common sense and think about the activities that will take place and the climate at camp. Don’t hesitate to call the camp if you have questions.

Santa Cruz Soccer Camp P.O. Box 2748, Santa Cruz, CA 95063 Phone: 831-246-1517 web: www.santacruzsoccercamp.org Santa Cruz Soccer Camp is dedicated to promoting a fun and active environment for which successfully produces most of our coaches and directors. We have local of week long sessions, Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, starting the week of June 17th to the week of August 26th located at the beautiful DeLaveaga Park (805 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, 95060). Call or visit our website for more information.

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SVWD Board Room Renamed ‘Santa Margarita Community Room’

Calendar of Upcoming Events Thursday March 10 Mixer: 5:30-7:00 p.m.

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Ribbon Cutting / Dedication Ceremony was held in February and the Board Room was renamed General Manager, Piret Harmon.

The community, along with local dignitaries, was invited to Margarita Groundwater Basin. the ceremony where guests were treated to refreshments and given a result of this action, a special District’s core values of fostering the opportunity to tour the Water he Scotts Valley Water District and its Board of Directors are very pleased to announce that the newly updated SVWD Board Room will now be available as a meeting space, free of charge,

District’s facilities as well as to For more information about the Santa Margarita Community Room, call the Water District at (831) 438-2363 or go to the District’s website at www.svwd.org

Mixer: 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Classic Jay’s Art and Signs 4087 Scotts Valley Drive

Thursday April 14 Cutting Event 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Jesse Gabriel Photography & Music Now Kings Village Shopping Center

Thursday April 28 Chambers Joint Mixer 5:30-7:00 pm Scotts Valley & SLV Chambers Joint Mixer Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton

Thursday May 26 Chambers Joint Mixer (Tentative) 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Scotts Valley and SLV Water Districts 5447 Hwy 9, Felton

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Scotts Valley Chamber News

Jeremy Geels: Edward Jones Investments

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his past January, the Chamber celebrated the ribbon cutting of Jeremy

mix of clients, Edward Jones colleagues and Chamber friends celebrated this business and the strengthening of our Scotts Valley community. This is the third Edward Jones tinue their commitment to serve clients locally. Look for the Edward Jones sign as you travel on Scotts Valley Drive.

Jeremy has been a local resident for the past 15 years. He and his wife have 3 young children. He is the son a small business owner who was committed to the vitality of the small town in Iowa where he grew up. Aside from the drastic weather differences, Jeremy enjoys many similarities between that town and Scotts Valley. He is looking forward to continuing that legacy here in Scotts Valley, contributing to the growth of this city as an active Chamber member and small business owner.

If you’ve ever wondered if you’re saving enough for retirement, you are not alone. By taking a current financial snapshot and discussing your retirement goals, Jeremy will work with you to develop strategies to get you on track for retirement. Now may be a great time to open your own IRA, and have a possible tax deduction for last year ’s taxes!

Many folks would like to help their child or grandchild save for college. With college costs increasing each year, Jeremy will explain some tax-advantaged ways of saving for college.

Life insurance can often be a headache for many people. If you have questions or the time to sit down with you and discuss Photo Credit: Brian Kieft

excellent service. He listens to their needs

The Perfumer’s Apprentice invites you to be transported into the world of fragrance creation.

Browse our History of Perfume wall, learn the different methods of fragrance extraction, then venture into our classroom environment where a member of our staff will instruct you with the tools and knowledge necessary for a hands on fragrance creation experience.

Classes generally take 1-2 hours, and include coffee/tea & snacks, complete instruction, and final fragrance created and named by you to take home!

Appropriate for all demographics (including gentlemen) over the age of 10.

Price per person is as follows: 1-3 People = $35.00 per person 4-6 People = $30.00 per person 7-12 People = $25.00 per person

Great for Birthday Parties, Bridal Showers, and Special Events!

Location: 200 Technology Circle, Scotts Valley CA 95066

To schedule an appointment, please contact Booking@PerfumersApprentice.com, or call us at (831) 346-7234

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and suggests tailored investment strategies based on their goals.

appropriate coverage.

Jeremy is excited to be part of Scotts Valley and is eager to meet people. Call or

Scotts Valley Chamber News

Cherie La France–Anderson

Scotts Valley Chamber Welcomes New Chamber Ambassador riginally from Amherst Massachusetts, after her marriage Cherie and her family lived in Aptos for over 30 years. Then as of July 2015 Cherie and her husband Kevin, have made Scotts Valley their new home. Cherie’s career has been heavily focused around high tech advertising sales.

market where she spent 10 years as a top performer at Macworld Magazine then assisting in the growth of several digital start ups. With her strong entrepreneurial spirit, Cherie also co-owned both an advertising agency, HL & Partners in Silicon Valley, and a Real Estate Marketing, Co. with her husband Kevin.

Currently Cherie is a Multimedia Consultant at The Santa Cruz Sentinel where she can pursue her passion for advertising sales and assisting small businesses to wonderful way to work with businesses and really get to know our new town and Cherie and her husband Kevin attend Gateway Bible Church and she sings in the choir. Cherie and Kevin have three children, three grandchildren, two rescue dogs and multiple hobbies which all helps keep life interesting.

Upon getting involved with Chamber,

to being named as a Chamber Ambassador, she has volunteered her time to numerous events including last year’s Community Awards Dinner. She is also the Volunteer Coordinator for the 2016 Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer Festival.

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Scotts Valley Chamber News

Wilderness Skills Institute Accepting Applications for 2016 Summer Camps

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ilderness Skills Institute is now accepting applications for their 2016 Summer Camps.

They offer Day Camps for children ages 6-12 years old as well as a more intensive immersion experience for ages 13-18 years old.

Kids Day Camps Kids Day Camp (June 20-24), ages 6-9 Preteen Day Camp (June 20-24), ages 9-12 Wilderness Skills Institute’s teen camps are intensive total immersion wilderness experiences intended to make They’re applying leadership skills, survival skills and the practical skills of our ancestors. These camps start and end in the mountains of Santa Cruz but camp along the American River and in the Sierra Foothills.

in Santa Cruz Mountains and travel to the Western Sierra Foot Hills

Type of Camp: Adventure, Primitive, Survival, Academics, Nature, Leadership and so much more.

Activities: Shooting Sports, Fly Tying, Rappelling, Rock Climbing, Whitewater Rafting, Nature Photography, Woodcraft, Primitive Skills, Backpacking Skills, Animal Tracking, Awareness Games, Horses and Mules Prerequisite: Must be able to follow directions and be passionate about being in the wilderness and learning a majority of the activities listed above. Be willing to be self-reliant and be able to collaborate with others to work to a common goal.

Skill Level: Basic to Advanced For more information or to register please visit their website at www.

WildernessSkillsCamps.com or call (831) 431-6454.

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Community News

Save Our Shores launches Waves and Wildlife photo sharing competition T here are 29 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) along the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. MPAs are State or National Parks that manage the resources of fragile, unique, and ecologi-

life, I would do everything I could to help preserve the ocean, part of which is hopefully creating more ecological awareness,

of a visitor stumbling across one in Santa Cruz or Monterey County are fairly high.

Still, the majority of people who visit these precious landmarks are unaware

people to learn more about Marine Protected Areas and their ecological

Area awareness through their Waves and Wildlife photo sharing competition.

Award winning photographer and Santa Cruz local, John F. Hunter, reminds a wonderful position to bring more ocean awareness to the world through photography. It’s important to get out and enjoy the spiritual richness of where we live… Grab In this spirit of adventure, the Waves

and Wildlife photo competition will excite outdoor enthusiasts and artists who enjoy exploring and interacting with the Monterey Bay in fun and responsible ways.

Whether it’s bird watching at Elkhorn

When asked about his most memorable ocean adventure, Hunter recalls

Natural Bridges, diving through kelp forests at Point Lobos, hiking to Point Sur’s historical lighthouse, or dodging giant elephant seals as they compete for territory at Año Nuevo, there are so many MPAs to capture the experience with a camera.

started boiling with anchovies and the whales breached so close that my camera would not focus. I got to look into the eyes of Humpbacks that day and was astonished at how aware they are ... I made up my mind then, for the rest of my

breathtaking photos of Humpbacks feeding along the Monterey Bay in less

website and social media. Contestants are encouraged to submit their best pictures for a chance to win whale watching tours, prizes from REI, and the chance to tographer for 2016.

For photo submission guidelines, visit saveourshores.org/contest Save Our Shores (SOS) is a Santa Cruzto caring for the California Central Coast through advocacy, awareness, and citizen action. Learn more at saveourshores.org

MCR Prepares Valley Residents for a Wet March

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ountain Community Resources (MCR), a program of Community Bridges, is hosting an Emergency Preparedness Workshop for valley residents with the support of San Lorenzo Valley Emergency Network (SLVEN) and Felton Fire Station.

This workshop will include a discussion on what we can do as a community to be better prepared in case of a natural disaster. We will be updating SLV residents phone numbers to use in the SLVEN database, the Fire Chief will answer questions, and we will discuss the current resources and needs of the valley.

Presenters include San Lorenzo Valley Emergency Network Chair Liz Taylor-Selling, San Lorenzo Valley Emergency Network member Ray Soler, Felton Fire Captain Robert Gray, and Mountain Community Resources program manager Kelly Curlett. Interviews with these presenters are available.

The workshop is on March 3, 2016 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mountain Community Resources, 6134 Highway 9 in Felton, CA. This free workshop is open to all interested members of the San Lorenzo Valley or Scotts Valley community. Prior registration is not required, but is preferred. If you plan to attend, please contact

the MCR Program Manager, Kelly Curlett, by phone (831) 335-6600 Ext. 6603 or email kellyc@cbridges.org.

Although the sky is clear now, we should always be prepared. Experts say El Niño conditions in March could bring with strong atmospheric rivers. As we have seen in the past, storms of this nature can be devastating to the San Lorenzo Valley. This workshop is available for residents to learn about the resources available and what precautions should be taken to stay safe.

Mountain Community Resources is part of the Community Bridges Family Resource Collective, with centers in Felton, Live Oak, Santa Cruz, and Watsonville. Learn more at www.communitybridges.org.

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oth networking experts and relationship gurus tell us the same thing: If you want to develop a relationship that lasts, don’t begin it by discussing religion or politics. Why? The topics are too emotion-laden, too sidetaking, too side-making, too divisive.

This conventional wisdom advises us to steer clear of discussing either topic at work. It’s good advice, but only because we haven’t learned (yet) how to stay in communication with people holding opposing views.

With political messages bombarding us these days, I think it’s time for a different kind of advice. Here’s my suggestion: Have a conversation about politics ‌ but only with yourself! More on how to do this in a bit.

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et’s start with recognizing what we do: We criticize candidates for misrepresenting facts, lying, playing demeaning an opponent’s physical characteristics, changing their view and labeling them ‘flip-floppers’.

When we criticize the behavior of

My advice: Have a conversation about politics‌ but only with yourself! newspaper accounts, watch evening news, notice the judgments you have about those candidates – all of them whether good, bad, ugly. (They are so wrong, stupid, old, misguided, brilliant, etc.) judgment, said the same thing. Where did you tell a half-truth? Where did you let a stereotype narrow your view of someone or cause you to stop listening? candidates and their supporters and proclaim how wrong, even un-American they are, we have not only missed the boat, we’ve shot holes in the one we’re in. Why? Because we do what they do.

It’s just that our acts aren’t splashed via social media. (That would wake us, wouldn’t it!)

If you’re denying that you, from time to time, behave just like the politicians you criticize, you’ve proven my point. Hey, I do this, too. I judge people views, pigeonhole people with stereotypes. Where do you think I get the idea for these posts?

I’m not advising we talk about who should or shouldn’t be president (or even running) or how a campaign should or shouldn’t be run; the opportunity I see is to observe our judgments and reflect on our own behavior to see where we mirror the behavior.

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Shouting that politics are a mess, that a Super PAC (Political Action Committee) has all the power, that the entire system is the hook to see where our behavior is just like those we are criticizing.

Further, it lets us off the hook to see the possibility that our behavior

close to the idea of holon, as it is a part that represents a whole at the same time.

Do seeds contain trees or do trees contain seeds? We could say both are true, because ‘trees and seeds’ is an example of a holon.)

What are you going to do about it, Doris? (My homage to Doris Haddock, aka, Granny D) I’m advocating that we use the conversation being generated at the national level to help us be better at work and at home.

friend or family member, clean it up. rassing.

Embarrassing moments present us with more of an opportunity to change our mindset and our vows.

In doing these simple (not easy) steps, you’ll be more aware of your biases and blind spots, more able to honor the other’s views, stay in communication and less likely to unintentionally bully others with your views.

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Kiwanis of the Valleys he club is currently accepting applications for our 2 scholarships. All seniors at SV High, SLV High and PCS are eligible for the Mike Smith scholarship. Members

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same schools may apply for the Grabil scholarship.

The club is reviewing potential service projects for the upcoming Kiwanis Worldwide Day of Service that will take place on April 2.

Representatives from Big Brothers and Big Sisters attended a recent meeting and presented membership with a cerinvolvement in their holiday luncheon at Shadowbrook.

Rotary Club Trivia Cup Challenge on February 27 at which time we plan on walking home with the cup securely in our possession!

Kiwanis meets 7:00am every Wednesday morning at Bruno’s BBQ. The second Wednesday of each month is an evening meeting at Bruno’s at 6:30 pm.

We invite you to join us. Visit our webstie: www.kiwanisofthevalleys.org/

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cotts Valley Lion’s 46th Annual Crab Cioppino Feed is only a few days away.

The event will be held on Saturday, March 5 at the C.P.D.E.S Hall in Santa Cruz. Dinner includes all you can eat Crab and Shrimp Cioppino or Cracked crab and garlic bread, salad, Italian Pasta with meat sauce and dessert are all included in the menu. After dinner The Billy Martini Band provides 70’s rock and roll music for presented and the no host bar is available during the event. The cost for the evening is $50. For more information or tickets, contact Steve @ 234-9104 or email scottsvalleylion@aol.com.

Scotts Valley Lions held their Annual Flag Day presentation at Vine Hill Middle School on Friday, February 19. The students learned the history and meaning of our given a small American Flag to take home.

Scotts Valley Lions appreciate Vine Hill School’s support of the presentation. We also thank the students for their attention and participation during the event.

The Exchange Club of Scotts Valley he club is beginning to plan our Annual Blue and Gold Banquet, hon-

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Local Businesses and Citizens help fund the event so that all police are able to attend at no charge. If you would like to dedicated folks with a sponsorship please let us know. All sponsors are recognized at the event.

Many Thanks to Dene Bustichi who last month, gave us a very informative update on what’s going on in Scotts Valley.

Wednesday, February 24, 5:30 at Bruno’s. We invite everyone to come meet Lee Besse with the Scotts Valley Community Theater Guild who will discuss the current state of the theater project.

We meet every 4th Wednesday of the month at 5:30 at Bruno’s. All are invited to enjoy a sociable hour with a speaker of local Interest.

Valley Women’s Club he Valley Women’s Club invites the community to attend its 38th Annual Meeting on Sunday, March 13 from 11:30-2 at the Senior Center in Highlands Park. Updates on VWC activities from the new and ongoing Board Members will begin the program, including celebrating the wonderful Blue Team 6 of AmeriCorps NCCC whose eight members will have just completed their weeks of restoration work in the SLV! Featured speakers at the event include our State Senator Bill Monning, State Assembly Member Mark Stone, and 5th District Supervisor Bruce McPherson. Congresswoman Anna Eshoo has also been invited.

The event is a potluck, so the food is excellent! There is no charge to attend, and if you call 338-9748 to request it before February 10, childcare is available.

The AmeriCorps NCCC Team of 8 young men and women came from across the United States. There will be a special program honoring them, including a

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tour of the restoration work undertaken at Highlands Park, on Sunday, March 5, also at the Senior Center, at 2 pm. State Assembly Member Mark Stone and 5th District Supervisor Bruce McPherson will be helping with the honoring the Team, and the organizations and individuals that made the project possible. The public is encouraged to attend! Local media has also been invited.

There is a new Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by the VWC and established by VWC Board Member, Barbara Hanson. It meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 2 pm at the Highlands Park Senior Center. The goal is to provide respite and support, and informed guidance, to folks who are taking care of a family member or friend. The gatherings are free. Call Barbara for more information at 831/335-4949, or see it on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ SLVcaregiver/info?tab=page_info.

Former Board Member, Donna Ziel, is working to bring Girls, Inc. to the SLV. Girls Incorporated, a national organization that has been providing programs for girls since 1864 programs in high schools and middle schools facilitated by teens that have graduated from its high school Leadership Program. These

Valley Club News

Bistro at 9465 Hwy 9 in Ben Lomond.

The Rotary Club of SLV meets every Wednesday morning at 7:15AM. All meetings are open to the public.

If you are interested in joining a service organization, making new friends and becoming an active member in our community, the Rotary Club of SLV would encourage you to join us for breakfast.

Additional information can be found on our website http://slvrotaryclub.org/ Scotts Valley Rotary econd Annual Scotts Valley Rotary Trivia Cup Challenge — February 27, 6 p.m. Scotts Valley Rotary invites you to come and test your trivia knowledge. Build a team to compete for great prizes. Winning team gets bragging rights and hosts the engraved winning cup for one year. Up to 4 people per team and price includes limited appetizers from 5-7.The Trivia Showdown will be moderated by Thomas Todd, trivia master and former Jeopardy contestant. $50.00 per person. georganna57@gmail. com Second Annual Scotts Valley Rotary Trivia Cup Challenge Submitted by Jim Melehan

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passionate about returning to their communities as role models for younger girls.

For more information, visit their website: www.girlsinccc.org The San Lorenzo Valley Rotary Club he club held its annual Speech contest and SLVHS Senior Madeline Peterson was the winner. Madeline will compete at the Area Level Speech Contest on February 25 at the Capitola Aptos Rotary Club meeting. Also this month, members of the San Lorenzo Valley Rotary and SLVHS Interact Club will volunteer for the annual Mountain Community Resources Phone-a-Thon.

SLV Rotary will interview and select three SLVHS students as delegates to

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Award. This is a weeklong leadership camp held during the summer. The Rotary Club covers the cost for the delegates to attend the camp, and for many of the former

Upcoming meetings at the Mt. Hermon Conference Center in Felton: March 2, Toni Lane and Brian King of the Wilderness Skills Institute; March 9, Club Assembly; March 23, Vocation Appreciation Award; March 30, Cameron Haste, Artic ExploBill Rush and Ed Klotz of Comunidad. This meeting will be held at the Ben Lomond Scotts Valley Times / March 2015/ 17

The Book Bag

By Robert Francis

Suspense and Adventure With International Flair …

Jane and the Waterloo Map

By Stephanie Barron Soho. $25.95 he 13th title in this long running, popular series featuring British author Jane Austen as an amateur sleuth,

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Agent Jack McColl, currently assigned with deception and betrayal, the two key protagonists, Grip and Friedman, harbor their own secrets. Neither of these characters is whom they appear to be, which makes for an exciting if not sometimes exasperating read.

The Girls She Left Behind unfolds in 1815 when Jane is visiting her brother in London.

Invited to tour Carlton House and the Prince Regent’s library,

A Lizzie Snow Novel

By Sarah Graves Bantam. $ 26 et against the background of a raging

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on a female deputy’s search for a missing teen she fears has been snatched by an escaped convicted kidnapper who has

room. Colonel MacFarland’s enigmatic, little to Jane but she’s determined to discover what the famous battle has to do with the unfortunate man’s death.

In this latest adventure Jane will also be reunited with artist Raphael West who will assist in the investigation and actually

a collision path with a very formidable adversary who is seeking an incalculable treasure.

This Regency era mystery with its thoroughly likeable central characters is but the author also does an admirable job of working many facts gleaned from Jane sarily think that this famous British author could anchor a successful suspense series but Stephanie Barron is skillful enough to make this happen in a very entertaining manner.

The Swede

By Robert Karjel Harper. $26.99

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Grip is sent on a special mission to a United States military base in the Indian if a terrorist held by the Americans is a Swedish citizen.

Working with FBI agent Shauna Friedman, Grip soon becomes embroiled in the investigation of an international plot that involves a ruthless arms dealer, a Czech contract killer, a mysterious nurse from Kansas, a rather naïve Pakistani and, yes, a recalcitrant Swede.

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Lizzie Snow, a former Boston determined to locate Tara Wylie whom she is convinced has fallen into the clutches of the wily fugitive. Although the missing girl’s mother is frustrating the investigation with lies and misinformation, a series of clues including a bloodstained motel room grave take Snow and her law enforcement of locating the teen who is in jeopardy.

Complicating the situation and making for an even more riveting read is the fact that someone else is also engaged necessarily intent on saving her or seeing justice served. on a number of surprising levels and takes

never imagined when she moved from Boston to the North Woods.

One Man’s Flag

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a number of fronts. Not only is the war in Europe an international bloodbath costing thousands of lives but revolutionary activities in India and Ireland are a source of concern as well.

German arms meant to bolster the plans of native revolutionaries set on overthrowing British rule.

Meanwhile, Caitlyn Hanley, McColl’s former girlfriend and an American journalist, grimly awaits the execution of her brother in Ireland for his involvement in a plot to overthrow the British. Even harder to take is the fact that her one-lime lover, McColl, was responsible for her brother’s betrayal.

As this latest installment of the series unfolds, McColl and Hanley will be reunited in Ireland but the terms of their Betrayal will again undermine their feelings for one another but this time one of them may not walk clear of their Irish encounter.

In The Dark Places

Inspector Banks Novel

By Peter Robinson William Morrow. $25.99 tretching to 22 titles, this latest Inspector

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case of simple vehicle theft that grows into something far more serious.

The two individuals implicated in the theft have disappeared and the subsequent discovery of a burned out van and bloodstains in an abandoned World War II airport hanger suggest that this is now more than a simple case of grand theft auto. in a hailstorm, the authorities discover two corpses, but only one of them died as a result of the accident. With the weather getting worse and the body count mounting, Banks realizes that he must step up the intensity of the investigation because someone is intent on covering his tracks no matter the cost.

Peter Robinson’s writing awards include both an Edgar and England’s the CWA Dagger prize. His best selling Banks novels have been adopted for the ITV in its fourth season airing on PBS in the United States.

Those who enjoy police procedural stories set in England and laced with psyvery satisfying read. If you haven’t discovered Inspector Banks yet, begin with earlier adventures.

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Parenting in a Digital World

By Nicole M. Young, MSW

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’m dependent on technology. Some days, I spend more time with my phone than I do with my kids (don’t judge – they’re in school all day). I do the majority of my personal and work-related reading on the Internet. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I read a whole book (much to the dismay of my mom, who works in a bookstore). And I know my way around social media, which just means I know how to post, like, retweet and pin pretty pictures.

But despite my love for technology, I hate seeing my kids’ eyes glued to their screens. And while I enjoy posting pictures of my kids on Facebook, the thought of my kids broadcasting their lives on social

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echnology has certainly changed the way we communicate, and social

The decision about whether and when kids are ready for social media will vary in each family. Here are a few tips to help you decide: Get familiar with social media applications (apps).

Many parents distrust social media because of concerns about privacy, cyberbullying, sexting, inappropriate content or the

Final Thoughts: There’s a saying, true about social media. The more you know, the more you can teach your son how to make safe, respectful, appropriate choices — online or in person, with or without you.

Nicole Young is the mother of two children, ages 12 and 15, who also manages Santa Cruz County’s Triple P - Positive Parenting Program. Triple P is made available locally by First 5 Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency (Mental

Health Services Act) and the Santa Cruz County Human Services Department.

For more information on Triple P classes and one-on-one sessions for parents, visit http:// , www.facebook.com/ triplepscc or contact First 5 Santa Cruz County at 465-2217 or .

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— and often exaggerated — updates about people’s lives often leave kids and adults feeling excluded, inadequate, anxious or depressed. Several apps create a layer of secrecy that make it easy for people to do and say things that are hurtful to others or

teach my children how to be safe in this

articles on the internet about the dangers of the digital age.

This monthly column provides tips for anyone who is raising children, based on the world-renowned Triple P – Positive Parenting Program, available to families in Santa Cruz County. If you have a question or idea for a future column, email me at .

Dear Nicole, ’m not on social media, but I have

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saw a picture that my son posted on Instagram doing something inappropriate. She thinks I should talk to him about what he’s posting online and how that could hurt him someday. I was shocked because I had no idea he was using social media. He’s 14, but we’ve avoided it because of other parents’ horror stories. What should I do? — Hana

to remain anonymous, while apps such as SnapChat create a false sense of security that risky photos and videos disappear after being sent and can’t be saved by the receiver.

Several of these apps are known for being used to bully others or exchange sexually explicit photos with peers — or strangers! and not everyone posts inappropriate or hurtful things. The more you know about social media, the more prepared you’ll be to talk with your son. Read articles, talk to your friends and their kids, or join a social Talk with your teen. Ask your son what he knows and what interests him about social media. Share what you’ve learned about the positive and risky aspects of social media.

Ask him what he’s noticed among his peers, and what he would do if someone were being cyberbullied or engaging in risky behaviors.

Listen closely and stay calm even if you hear answers that surprise or worry you. Having a calm discussion now will let him know he can come to you if there are problems later. His answers will also tell you whether he’s ready

Agree on rules and expectations.

Discuss which apps he can use and which between posting things that are funny and harmless versus hurtful or dangerous to him or others. Discuss how you’ll monitor his social media activity and what will happen if he’s using it inappropriately. yourself that he’s safe and giving him the freedom to have an online social life.

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Community Calendar

San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce Community Calendar Friday March 4

First Friday Downtown Felton Artwalk

Thursday March 10 Tourism Forum

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Friday March 25 eBay Workshops

have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or Tuesdays neglected. More info PROFILE of Santa Cruz www.casaofsantacruz.org or call 2:45pm, 2045 40th Ave. Clares Nar-Anon St. Capitola hat is co-dependency? What (831) 761-2956 XT.102 eed help finding a job? Join is enabling? What is this First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., insanity? Am I the only one who in Watsonville feels this way?

Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Its free and it works. Last year it places 126 of its members in Join Nar-Anon, a world wide in Capitola jobs, and we can help you too. fellowship of relatives and friends

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Tuesdays, and Fridays. in Aptos For a meeting near you call

(888) 374-1164 or email saveyow to use eBay Workshops Mondays oursanity@aol.com in March for beginners and professionals. Learn how Visit www.naranoncalifornia.org/ Caregiver Support Group 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Comsuccessful sellers run their stores norcal/meetings for more info. mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz atz Cancer Center, PAMF Saturday March 26 and Hospice of Santa Cruz County invite you to attend a Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt oin the Egg Hunt at Redwood Caregiver Support Group for Elementary in Boulder Creek those caring for someone with a Weekdays serious illness.

CASA Orientations to Become Friday April 22 When a loved one is seriously Advocates for Children ill, it can be a challenge for the Micro Business Summit 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Cabrillo Theater ASA empowers volunteers entire family. In this ongoing oin us on Friday, April 22 from support group, we will share to directly influence life8am to 6pm at Cabrillo College stories, learn tools for coping changing decisions affecting for talks and workshops led by repand receive support from resentatives of Google, Facebook, children in foster care. Court people who care.

Paypal, eBay, and more. appointed special advocates Contact Hospice of Santa are everyday people that, with Cruz County Grief Support info@slvchamber.org to learn more just a few hours a week can Program. (831) 430-3078

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Business Debtors Anonymous 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz

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a child who has been abused or neglected.

If you would like to participate in the next Advocate training contact cita@casaofsantacruz.org or (831) 761-2956

performers or call Zizzo’s at (831) 447-0680

Wednesdays

Aptos Branch Sons in Retirement Luncheon

Tuesday March 22

Aptos Noon Toastmasters 12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, 116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people at all levels of experience from beginners to more advanced. We’re here to help you discover your voice and share it effectively. Everyone is welcome!

Follow us on Facebook: Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastmasters or more info: (831) 236-1171

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recovering from debting on one’s business.

Second Wednesdays For more information: 831-425-3272 Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

Dated Events 11:30 a.m., Severinos Restaurant peaker will be Richard

Call Greg Horne at (831) 684-

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First Baptist Church Bible Study 9:45 a.m: Bible Study 11 a.m.: Worship 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos irst Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their bible study and worship every Sunday.

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ASA volunteer Advocates his statewide group of retired isten to live piano music receive 35 hours of specialized men invites you to be our guest at our piano bar while training. Court appointed special enjoying your brunch with a advocates are everyday people mimosa or lavender bubbles. that, with just a few hours a week lunch and learn something new Visit zizzoscoffee.com to see can have a lifetime of impact for the schedule of upcoming from a top notch guest speaker.

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Thursday May 12 Business Luncheon

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Watsonville Elk’s Lodge 121 Martinelli St, Watsonville ome and meet Congressional candidates, Jimmy Panetta and Casey Lucius at an informative forum on topics that will affect you and your business.

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Arts and Entertainment

popular tunes. Come see our band for Free in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover.

Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Friendship Put to Music! lasses every thursday night Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) starting January 7th at 6:30 p.m. for information about booking the at the New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. tions are tax deductible).

For more information call Sue www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org Harris or Don Benson (831) 7267053 or email at caller4u@att.net

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Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

Monterey Symphony is Tmusicheseeking volunteers. If you love and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more information.

Ongoing Events

Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 t’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach!

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and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango.

Antique Faire is back!

Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, antiques and unique items. Come call Michael (831) 239-2247. and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures First Fridays each month including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass First Friday Art Tour and ceramic collectibles, vintage he First Friday Art Tour is hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed original artwork, and a whole lot in conjunction with the participating of whatnot!

For more info, please contact us at art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of (831) 476-6940 or visit us on the most talented local artists from Facebook. local galleries.

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in a First Friday art tour, visit

galleries are open 12-9 pm for First into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) Friday viewings.)

For more information, contact Sue Second Saturdays Each Month Second Monday each month Harris or Don Benson at (831) Stitchers By The Sea Meetings 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@ 2nd Saturday on the Farm 11a.m.-3p.m., Ag History Project 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of Santa att.net.

Center at the Santa Cruz County Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., Santa Cruz Adult Mixed Level Hip Hop 95062 Fairgrounds 7:15-8:15pm, Deer Park Plaza titchers-by-the-Sea, the local Suite 53 oin us every 2nd Saturday chapter of the Embroiderers’ ome and dance for the love of on the Farm for free family movement and learn the prin- activities. Each month we select a Guild of America, holds regular ciples of culture of contemporary meetings open to the public each new theme to highlight historical hip hop. This class will awaken month. No admission fees. your inner attitude with loud, agriculture with games, activities, heart-pumping beats and dramatic and demonstrations that relate.

Tuesdays choreography.

We often have guest appearances Classes are $12-$15. For more info BINGO from farm animals like llamas, visit www.ceodanceco.com 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, draft horses, sheep, goats, 150 Jewell St. osted by Soquel Sports Last Thursdays each month Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full are sure to find something fun snack bar available. First Tuesday Monthly Argentine Tango at Star of each month is special $25 buy Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante and entertaining for the whole family.

4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene www.soquelsports.com Check our website and Facebook Italian/Argentene Restarante, page for more details. FREE

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7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, Downtown Santa Cruz 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose Antique Street Fair orty-seven years of performing (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina 9:00am-4:00pm, Lincoln St. in the Bay Area, over 250

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Santa Cruz, 95060 eymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.

Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

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Dated Events Wednesday March 9 Dining For Hospice

4-9:30p.m., Scopazzi’s Restaurant ring friends and family together for dinner and a silent auction and 1/3 of your bill will be donated to Hospice of Santa Cruz County. Reservations are limited and go fast.

Reserve your table now at (831) 338-6441 and tell them you’re dining for Hospice!

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Your March Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Aries (March 21-April 20)

for you to see? Stop playing modest and realize what you’re worth already! The second week is perfect

comfort comes the opportunity to change. When rebirth is an option, don’t look the other way.

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Taurus (April 21-May 21)

totally focused on the (potentially big) cost instead of just enjoying the experience. If you can and the more pleasure you seek, the more you attract. When you have this much going for you,

Gemini (May 22-June 21) March is another thing altogether! There aren’t many people who have so many friends they don’t There are a lot of people who want to get all up in your business mid-month, and while it can be mildly irritating, at least you now that people are interested. Don’t share the intimate details with just anyone, though, unless you want to see them posted all across various social media platforms.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Be your own cheerleader to start March. If you don’t have anyone in your corner, make little inspirational notes and post them where you can see them when you need an extra boost of encouragement. Being protective of your friends and family comes naturally to all Cancers, but mid-month you’re super intent on keeping the ones you love safe. Do what you have to do in order to keep the security level at your desired level. Everything seems just a little harder saying ‘why me’ a lot. Why you? Because you can handle it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Everything seems like it exists to amuse you as the month begins. But you aren’t laughing at mid-month, but you’re not about to take any criticism laying down. What others think of you is a lot more important to you than it is to most other signs, so do what you have to do to make sure your reputation remains sparkling. Near the end of the month are good days to partner up with a best friend or favorite relative to see if you can make something better in the world. Maybe you’ll

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22) people around who follow your strict attention to details or your ideology in general, which system and then following it to a T works well for you later in the month, and if anyone disturbs mode, you’ll notice if even one little thing on your desk, dashboard or mantle has been moved.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

the month, so don’t deprive yourself of any pleasure great or small. There’s romance in the air as the month moves on, and you may feel an exciting feeling of anticipation that you haven’t things and people late in March, and you love everything associated with glitz and glam.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

next, they come to you for instructions. Even if you aren’t technically the one in charge, you have a commanding presence about you that earns you the respect of your peers, co-workers and strangers

and loyal, and you demonstrate these qualities to those who know you best on a regular basis.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

mation or wisdom that not a lot of people are aware of in the second week, it might be best shared getting into trouble something you’re interested in? Sometimes breaking the rules is hard to resist, but you need to consider the consequences before you totally run wild. The unforeseen shows up as March ends, and although you aren’t prepared for it, you deal with it remarkably well.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

as the month continues, and writing verses including poetry and lyrics comes very naturally.

It’s very out-of-the ordinary for you to be the undependable one, but mid-March you want got your eye on the prize near the end of the month, but there’s someone who loves standing between you and what you want to obtain or achieve.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

unique way of making people feel like they’re the most important thing in the world is your very best quality. A red-hot brain connection keeps you thinking about someone long after he or she is out of sight mid-month. Sometimes things aren’t meant to go the distance, but even normally mind performing in front of an audience, but as the month comes to a close you’d rather practice on your own until you can perfect your skills and/or talents.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

There’s someone higher than you who is totally willing to help you up so you can see the view people in position of authority as the month comes to a close, so make your own way as much as

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By Bruce McPherson, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, 5th District

Nurse-Family Partnership ’m excited to tell you about a program being planned for our smallest, more vulnerable residents – newborn babies.

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children, and also, provide long-term This program has shown incredible success in dozens of communities across the nation. Each mother served by a Nurse-Family Partnership is partnered with a nurse early in her pregnancy and receives ongoing nurse home visits that continue through her child’s second birthday. serves babies and toddlers during a critical window of opportunity for human brain development, resulting in dramatic reduction in abuse, neglect, arrests, injuries, behavioral and intellectual problems.

We hope to approve funding for the program in June to initially serve 100 babies. In the coming years, I hope that the program will be able to serve all their babies in Santa Cruz County.

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visor John Leopold, Congresswoman Anna Eshoo and Congressman Sam Farr will join me. The Quiet Skies Coalition will be presenting a collaborative proposal aimed at resolving

trailer at the Felton Covered Bridge Park recently. This is a temporary site to discourage loitering and camping at the park. Volunteers

AmeriCorps crews, who are staying at Highlands Park, have been busy on a number of projects in County parks. They’ve built a new bridge at the Senior Center at Highlands … I’m looking forward to cooking dinner for them later this week, along with volunteers from the Valley Women’s Club and Parks

Quiet Skies Coalition Meeting

you, please join me for a discussion of possible regional solutions. The meeting will be on Wednesday, March 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Zayante Fire Station, 7700 E. Zayante Road, Felton. Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian as well as representatives from the

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adar speed feedback signs will be installed soon on Graham Hill Road as part of a grant to improve school crosswalks. Two signs will be installed near Treetop Drive to improve safety for students at Brook Knoll Elementary School.

I would like to acknowledge some Valley implemented recently under the direction of Scotts Valley Public Works Director Scott Hamby.

New roadway paint, and signage have been added to the dark section of Mount Hermon Road between Lockhart Gulch and Lockewood Lane. This will make it easier to see the road at night, especially during inclement weather. A number of illuminated overhead street name signs have also been added on making it easier to read street names signs at night.

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nother important workshop is scheduled to provide legal assistance and information to people with criminal records. Under Proposition 47, felony reductions, dismissals, cerof juvenile records are possible. To

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changes, attend the clinic on Saturday, March 5, 2016, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley.

Contact me at 454-2200 if you have any questions or comments.

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osie heart when she does her zoomies in the yard! Need a running or training partner? Josie is ready to work with you. She’s already had a good start and knows some basic commands.

With continued training, using positive reinforcement with toys and treats, and appropriate exercise, this girl can be a star. Josie loves people and will do best in a home where she has people around and is not left alone all day.

Josie likes to be around dogs, and will playfully introduce herself to other dogs of all sizes. She remains pleasant and calms easily after a couple attempts to play bow or get rowdy. Tiny dogs may not like her initial ‘hello’ but her tail is constantly wagging and after a couple minutes she seems to be at ease around any four legged company.

Josie is a spayed female, black and white Australian Cattle Dog and Pit Bull Terrier, approximately 10 months old and weighing in at 41 pounds. She has been at the shelter since Feb. 1, 2016.

To adopt your new friend, come to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter 2200 7th Ave, Santa Cruz Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location – 2200 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday-Monday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Watsonville Location – 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076

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SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. AfterHours Emergency: 831-471-1182

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s with most inventions, the thrill of the new has led to mass excitement surrounding 3D printing. The booming industry is expected to grow from nothing just a few years ago to some $4 billion by 2025. But some worry that our enthusiasm for 3D printing may be overshadowing some troubling health and environmental issues associated with the new technology.

3D printers heat plastic (usually a solid into a liquid and force it through a heated extrusion nozzle which in turn deposits it in thin layers onto a moving bed to form process can send potentially harmful

is the clear spike in electrical energy needed for the heating process. Using heat or lasers to melt plastic costs drastically more than traditional methods.

When compared to injection molding, a 3D printer consumes almost 100 times the amount of energy on average to make an equivalent item.

composed of volatile organic compounds machinery where users can breathe them in. In industrial settings, proper ventilation systems would be required and workers would have to wear protective gear to minimize exposure to similar nowadays anyone can buy or borrow a desktop 3D printer and use it at home or in school without taking any extra precau-

can include nausea and headaches, particularly for those with pre-existing heart or respiratory problems.

A fully enclosed 3D printing system could mitigate exposure issues, but the major 3D printer manufacturers have yet to license the valuable patent held by one company to make this technology widely available. Until then, it’s up to users to make sure to operate desktop 3D printers in a well-ventilated area. Also, PLA, which is made from organic material such as cornstarch or sugar cane, seems to be a safer choice than petroleum-based ABS as far as fumes are concerned.

Besides the health effects, 3D printing can also be problematic for the environment. For starters, the plastic in 3D print material deteriorates significantly with each use, rendering recycling out of the question at this point. Another environmental hazard of 3D printing

uses the exact amount of plastic source material needed, so little if any is wasted. Also, 3D printed objects tend to be much lighter than their traditional counterparts; this saves money, fuel, and carbon emissions when it comes to shipping. But critics maintain that the weight savings isn’t enough to counteract the energy intensity of the 3D printing process.

Whether we like it or not, 3D printing is here to stay, but only time will tell if the growing industry behind the phenomenon will be able to clean up its act as it enters mainstream.

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